Legislative Activity

This bill nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule regarding national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants in rubber tire manufacturing. The disapproval means the EPA's new regulations for the rubber tire manufacturing industry will not be implemented.

This bill renames the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Texas as the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge, in honor of Jocelyn Nungaray. It directs that all references to the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in any legal or official documents be changed accordingly.

This bill disapproves and nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule that allowed California to set its own vehicle emissions standards under the Advanced Clean Cars II Waiver. By disapproving this rule, the bill prevents California from implementing stricter emission standards and effectively maintains federal control over vehicle emission standards.

This bill designates May as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month" to honor the over 1.3 million members of the Armed Forces who have died for liberty. It calls on the House of Representatives to honor fallen veterans, support their families, and encourage remembrance of their contributions. The bill also requests the President to annually proclaim May as Fallen Heroes Memorial Month, to affirm the nation's gratitude, and encourage Americans to support veteran service organizations.

The "Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act" prohibits federal agencies from considering the "social cost" of greenhouse gases like carbon, methane, and nitrous oxide when making decisions. It requires federal agencies to report to Congress on past uses of these cost estimates in rulemakings and other actions. This bill aims to prevent these cost estimates from influencing cost-benefit analyses and other agency actions.

The Police Officers Protecting Children Act amends title 18 of the United States Code to allow qualified and retired law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm in a school zone, as long as the firearm remains concealed.

The "Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act" authorizes the presentation of three Congressional Gold Medals to honor the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. These medals will be given to the Lake Placid Olympic Center, the United States Hockey Hall of Fame, and the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum for public display. The Act also allows for the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to fund the medal production.

The "Protecting the Mailing of Firearms Act" aims to allow the mailing of concealable firearms by repealing the existing prohibition in title 18, section 1715 of the United States Code. Additionally, it prevents the Postmaster General from establishing rules that would ban or hinder the mailing of firearms, ammunition, or firearm components, or require the disclosure of sales records or firearm serial numbers.

The "No Vaccine Mandates in Higher Education Act" prevents federal funding from going to colleges or universities that require students or employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine. This prohibition applies to enrollment, employment, or receiving any benefit, service, or contract from the institution. The bill references the Higher Education Act of 1965 to define "institution of higher education."

This bill nullifies and prohibits the reissuance of interagency guidance that advises large financial institutions on managing climate-related financial risks. Effectively, it stops federal banking regulators from providing guidance to large banks on how to consider climate change in their risk management practices.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the Second Amendment right to bear arms, and opposition to the Biden administration's policies that restrict this right. It supports efforts to reverse these policies and protect gun owners' rights. The resolution also commends President Trump's commitment to defending the Second Amendment.

The "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" mandates that individuals provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to include these requirements and directs states to reject applications lacking such proof. The Act also outlines acceptable forms of documentation, verification processes, and penalties for non-compliance, while allowing provisional ballots under certain conditions. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security must notify state election officials when an individual becomes a naturalized citizen.

The "Ending Intermittent Energy Subsidies Act of 2025" eliminates the transferability of clean energy tax credits, except for those related to wind or solar energy. It also phases out the clean electricity production credit for solar and wind energy over four years. Additionally, the bill phases out the clean electricity investment credit for facilities generating electricity from wind or solar energy, also over a four-year period. These changes aim to reduce subsidies for intermittent energy sources.

The "Strengthening State and Local Efforts to Counter Transnational Repression Act" amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to bolster law enforcement's ability to counter transnational repression and related terrorism threats. It mandates the development of a training program for state, local, and tribal law enforcement to identify, record, and share information on transnational repression, as well as to protect potential targets and victims. The Act also calls for research and development of technology to enhance participation in these training programs and requires a report to Congress on its implementation. Transnational repression is defined as actions by a foreign government or its agents intended to coerce, harass, or threaten individuals in the U.S.

The "Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2024" mandates the Department of Homeland Security to publish a monthly report detailing the number and nationalities of "special interest aliens" encountered attempting to unlawfully enter the United States. This report, due by the seventh day of each month, must include breakdowns by geographic region, entry point, and nationalities from "covered nations". The goal of this act is to increase transparency regarding potential national security risks.

The Law Enforcement Support and Counter Transnational Repression Act directs the Department of Homeland Security to create a public service announcement campaign educating the public and international allies about transnational repression and related terrorism threats, including resources for victims. It also requires research and development of technologies to support law enforcement in countering transnational repression while protecting constitutional rights. "Transnational repression" is defined as actions by a foreign government or its agents to coerce, harass, threaten, or retaliate against a person or their family in the U.S. or against a U.S. person.

The Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to assess and report on terrorist threats to the U.S. posed by individuals in Syria linked to foreign terrorist organizations. This assessment will evaluate the origin, affiliations, and the Department of Homeland Security's capabilities to identify, track, and mitigate these threats, ensuring congressional oversight through required reports and briefings.

The Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 aims to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and countering its support for terrorism by imposing sanctions on those involved in Iran's energy sector and those who provide financial support for its destabilizing activities. It mandates sanctions on foreign entities involved in processing, exporting, or selling Iranian oil, gas, and petrochemicals, while also establishing an interagency working group to coordinate and enforce these sanctions. The Act also amends existing legislation to require the identification of individuals involved in sanctionable activities or sanctions evasion related to Iranian oil and gas sales.

The TAKE IT DOWN Act aims to combat the spread of nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, including deepfakes, online. It establishes criminal penalties for intentionally sharing such images without consent, with increased penalties for depictions involving minors. The Act also requires online platforms to create a process for users to report and request the removal of nonconsensual intimate visual depictions within 48 hours, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission. It defines key terms related to consent, digital forgeries, and covered platforms, while also ensuring that the rest of the law remains valid if any part is deemed unenforceable.

The "Safeguarding American Property Act of 2025" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to mandate the detention of criminal aliens who commit trespassing, vandalism, or arson. This bill expands the list of offenses that trigger mandatory detention for certain non-citizens.