Legislative Activity

The "Freedom from Government Surveys Act" amends Title 13 of the U.S. Code to make the American Community Survey voluntary. It removes penalties for not participating and mandates that the survey includes a clear statement informing recipients that their participation is not required.

The "PEACE Act of 2025" prohibits federal funds from supporting American History and Civics Education programs that promote divisive concepts related to race. Divisive concepts include race stereotyping, race scapegoating, or promoting the idea that one race is superior, the U.S. is fundamentally racist, or that individuals are inherently racist due to their race. The bill aims to prevent the teaching of concepts that assign fault or blame based on race, or that suggest meritocracy and hard work are racist.

The Northwest Energy Security Act directs the Secretaries of Interior, Energy, and Army to manage the Federal Columbia River Power System (FCRPS) according to the guidelines in the Columbia River System Operations Environmental Impact Statement Record of Decision, dated September 2020. It also establishes a process by which the Secretaries can make changes to the operation of the FCRPS. Finally, the bill prohibits actions that would reduce electricity production at FCRPS dams or limit navigation on the Snake River without explicit congressional approval.

This bill mandates that federal agencies, excluding the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration, submit zero-based budgets to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget every six years. As part of this budget, agencies must comprehensively analyze their programs and recommend at least a 2% reduction in discretionary spending, promoting efficiency and prioritization.

The Dismantle Iran's Proxy Act of 2025 redesignates Ansarallah as a foreign terrorist organization, imposing sanctions and requiring a strategy to restore freedom of navigation in key waterways. It mandates a report on obstacles to humanitarian aid in Yemen under Ansarallah's control and requires the president to determine if Abdul Malik al-Houthi, Abd al-Khaliq Badr al-Din al-Houthi, and Abdullah Yahya al-Hakim are officials, agents, or affiliates of Ansarallah.

The "No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act" mandates the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to destroy firearm transaction records of discontinued firearms businesses within 90 days of enactment. It also eliminates the requirement for submission of these records in the future. The ATF Director must then submit a report to Congress detailing the number of records destroyed.

The Sporting Firearms Access Act of 2025 amends Title 18 to streamline the importation process for firearms and ammunition intended for sporting purposes like hunting and target shooting. It sets deadlines for import request decisions, requires detailed explanations for denials, and prohibits denial of imports for items substantially similar to those already available in the U.S. The bill also provides avenues for hearings and judicial review for denied applications, ensuring a fair and transparent process.

The Venezuela Advancing Liberty, Opportunity, and Rights Act of 2025 (VALOR Act) outlines a comprehensive strategy to promote democracy in Venezuela. It includes offering support for free and fair elections, human rights, and economic stability once a democratic government is established. The Act also authorizes targeted sanctions against the current regime and those who support it, with the possibility of easing sanctions based on progress toward democracy. Furthermore, it aims to coordinate international efforts and provide humanitarian assistance to the Venezuelan people through independent organizations.