Legislative Activity

The Equal Dignity for Married Taxpayers Act modernizes the Internal Revenue Code by replacing gendered language with gender-neutral terms for all legally married couples. This sweeping update ensures consistency across tax rules regarding filing status, deductions, and credits, regardless of the spouses' genders. The bill clarifies that married couples are often treated as a single entity for specific tax purposes. Ultimately, this legislation updates terminology to reflect equal dignity for all married taxpayers.

This resolution expresses the House's support for the rights and freedoms of LGBTQI+ individuals across the United States. It recognizes key Supreme Court decisions that advanced equality and highlights the ongoing need for comprehensive legal protections against discrimination. Finally, the bill proposes designating June 26th as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day" to commemorate these legal victories.

The Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act of 2025 aims to improve services and support for older adults who identify as LGBTQI. This bill establishes a new Office of LGBTQI Inclusion within the Administration on Aging and mandates the creation of a National Resource Center on LGBTQI Aging. Furthermore, it updates definitions, ensures eligibility for federal grants, and requires specific data collection on discrimination faced by this population in aging services.

The Veterans Border Patrol Training Act establishes a pilot program to leverage the Department of Defense's SkillBridge program to train and hire transitioning servicemembers directly as U.S. Border Patrol agents. This initiative aims to facilitate a smooth transition for military personnel into federal law enforcement roles. The Secretary of Homeland Security must report annually to Congress on the program's participation and outcomes. This pilot program is set to automatically expire five years after its commencement date.

The Supporting Trade and Rebuilding Opportunity for National Growth Act, or STRONG Act, significantly increases the maximum loan amounts available through key Small Business Administration (SBA) programs. Specifically, it doubles the maximum size for standard 7(a) loans from $\$3.75$ million to $\$7.5$ million. Additionally, the bill raises the maximum loan amount for development company loans from $\$5$ million to $\$10$ million. These changes aim to provide greater capital access for small business growth and development.

The Stop Hate Crimes Act of 2025 revises federal hate crime standards by changing the required causation element for crimes motivated by bias. This legislation lowers the threshold for prosecution by requiring that bias only needs to be a "contributory motivating factor" in the commission of the crime, rather than the sole or primary reason. This adjustment applies to crimes motivated by race, religion, national origin, and disability.

The CONNECT for Health Act of 2025 significantly expands and permanently secures access to Medicare telehealth services by eliminating outdated geographic restrictions and allowing more practitioners to offer remote care. The bill also strengthens program integrity by dedicating funds for telehealth oversight while clarifying rules around providing necessary technology to patients. Finally, it mandates the creation of tailored educational resources and public reporting to improve quality measurement and transparency in remote care delivery.

This resolution formally recognizes the constitutional right to peaceful protest while strongly condemning violence and illegal acts committed during demonstrations. It criticizes the federal government's deployment of military forces during recent events, arguing the actions were an overreach that bypassed proper legal and state authority. Ultimately, the bill asserts the importance of transparency in law enforcement and denounces rhetoric that escalates community tensions.

The Health Equity and Access under the Law for Immigrant Families Act of 2025 aims to significantly expand healthcare access for immigrants legally residing in the U.S. by ensuring eligibility for federal health programs like Medicaid and CHIP, removing state restrictions for permanent residents, and treating federally authorized presence as lawful presence for coverage purposes. The bill also provides states the option to extend Medicaid and CHIP coverage to individuals without lawful status. Furthermore, it removes citizenship barriers preventing certain non-citizens from accessing ACA marketplace subsidies and updates Medicare eligibility rules.

The Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act mandates a comprehensive report from the Secretary of State detailing the group's foreign ties, especially concerning Iran and designated terrorist organizations. It also requires the Secretaries of State and Treasury to determine within 90 days whether the Polisario Front meets the criteria for designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and subsequent sanctions. The President retains the authority to waive these potential penalties if the group engages in good-faith negotiations regarding Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for Western Sahara.

The Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act prohibits states from interfering with or retaliating against individuals who provide or receive abortion services that are legal in the state where the service occurs. This protection extends to interstate travel for legal abortion care and the movement of FDA-approved abortion-related drugs across state lines. Individuals harmed by violations can sue in federal court for damages and legal fees.

The Ensuring Veterans’ Smooth Transition (EVEST) Act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to automatically enroll eligible veterans into its patient enrollment system upon receiving their separation information from the Department of Defense. The VA must notify these veterans of their enrollment and provide clear instructions on how to opt out or enroll later. Furthermore, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) is required to study and recommend the most effective methods for notifying veterans about this automatic enrollment.

The Break the Cycle of Violence Act establishes federal frameworks within HHS and the Department of Labor to address community violence through prevention and economic opportunity. Title I creates grants for community-based violence intervention programs focused on evidence-based, trauma-responsive care, while Title II funds job training for opportunity youth in high-violence areas. Overall, the bill aims to reduce violence by investing in local services and creating pathways to employment rather than relying solely on incarceration.

The Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025 establishes a federal statutory right to access abortion services, prohibiting medically unnecessary restrictions that impede care before fetal viability. This Act protects the right of patients to travel across state lines to receive reproductive healthcare and allows providers to offer services free from state interference that conflicts with established medical standards. It preempts conflicting state and local laws and provides robust enforcement mechanisms for individuals and the Attorney General to challenge violations.

The Agricultural Risk Review Act of 2025 ensures the Secretary of Agriculture has a seat on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) for reviews involving agricultural land, biotechnology, or the food industry. This legislation mandates that specific committees review certain agricultural land transactions involving foreign entities from designated adversarial nations. These new provisions aim to enhance national security by scrutinizing foreign investment in critical U.S. agricultural assets.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 21, 2025, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day. The bill aims to promote children's health by encouraging parents to ask about secure gun storage before their children visit other homes. By backing the ASK Campaign, Congress seeks to reduce accidental shootings by advocating for safely stored firearms.

The Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2025 amends existing federal law to significantly enhance collaboration on ocean acidification research and monitoring. This bill mandates increased input from diverse stakeholders, including industry, coastal networks, and Indigenous groups, in guiding federal research priorities. Furthermore, it restructures the Advisory Board to ensure stronger representation from Tribal entities and requires the development of specific coordination policies with affected Tribes. The legislation also directs NOAA to prioritize collaboration with State, local, and Tribal governments when conducting vulnerability assessments.

This bill proposes the complete repeal of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019. By repealing this previous legislation, the bill removes all existing rules and requirements established under that Act.

This resolution formally requests the President and key Cabinet Secretaries to provide the House of Representatives with all documents related to the development of a centralized federal database compiled by the government and Palantir Technologies Inc. The inquiry specifically seeks records concerning the consolidation of sensitive personal data—including tax, health, and financial information—across multiple federal agencies. Congress is demanding transparency regarding the scope, purpose, and contractual basis for this data aggregation effort.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating June 11, 2025, as "World Franchise Day." It recognizes the significant role franchising plays in the U.S. economy by fostering entrepreneurship, creating millions of jobs, and providing pathways to ownership. The bill formally endorses the global recognition of this vital business model.