Legislative Activity

The "Strengthening Wildfire Resiliency Through Satellites Act of 2025" establishes a grant program for the Secretary of Interior to award grants to state entities for wildfire monitoring using satellite technology. These grants will fund the purchase and integration of high-resolution satellite imaging capabilities to improve wildfire detection, assessment, response, and management. The act requires a report to Congress on the program's impact and authorizes \$20 million annually from 2026-2028 for the program.

The Silver Cliff Community Act mandates the United States Postal Service to assign a unique ZIP Code (81249) to Silver Cliff, Colorado, within 180 days, to better serve the community.

The "Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution" allows Members of the House, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner who have recently given birth or whose spouse has given birth to designate another Member to vote on their behalf in the House, in committee, and in the Committee of the Whole for a period of 12 weeks. This proxy voting authority can begin before the birth if a doctor advises that the pregnancy presents a serious medical condition or that she is unable to travel safely. The resolution outlines specific procedures for designating, changing, and revoking proxy designations, ensuring transparency and adherence to instructions. Members whose votes are cast by proxy will not be counted for quorum purposes.