Legislative Activity

The Medicare Dental, Hearing, and Vision Expansion Act of 2025 significantly broadens Medicare coverage by adding comprehensive benefits for dental, hearing aids, and routine vision care starting in 2027. This legislation establishes new fee schedules, payment rules, and utilization limits for these services under Medicare Part B. Furthermore, the bill includes a five-year phase-in plan (2026–2030) to gradually incorporate the cost of the new dental coverage into the standard Part B premium calculation for enrollees aged 65 and older.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed sale of specific defense articles and services to the Israeli government. The resolution specifically targets the sale of thousands of 1,000-pound bomb bodies, as well as Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) guidance kits designed for use with these bombs. It also halts related support services from both the U.S. government and contractors. Effectively, the resolution disapproves of the U.S. proceeding with the Transmittal No. 2526 sale of these items to Israel.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed sale of specific defense articles and services to the Israeli government. The resolution specifically disapproves of selling MK 84 or BLU117 General Purpose bomb bodies, I2000 Penetrator warheads, and related logistical support.

This joint resolution seeks to block the sale of specific defense articles and services to Israel, as detailed in Transmittal No. 250C. The resolution disapproves of the proposed enhancement or upgrade, which includes a significant increase in both Major Defense Equipment and non-MDE value. The justification for this disapproval cites recent cost increases associated with the sale.

This joint resolution aims to block the proposed foreign military sale of defense articles and services to the Israeli government, specifically targeting the sale of D9R and D9T Caterpillar bulldozers and related support items. The resolution expresses congressional disapproval of the sale, effectively preventing the transfer of these items to Israel.

This resolution calls for the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of Russian forces from all territories within Ukraine's internationally recognized borders. It condemns Russia's invasion of Ukraine, citing violations of international law and human rights, and emphasizing the need to end attacks against Ukraine.

The Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025 significantly strengthens the National Labor Relations Act to bolster worker organizing rights and impose stricter penalties on employers who violate labor laws. It redefines joint employment, makes it harder to classify workers as independent contractors, and bans class action waivers. The bill also establishes mandatory arbitration for first contracts and allows employees to sue employers directly for serious unfair labor practices.

The Social Security Expansion Act aims to increase Social Security benefits across the board, including increased cost-of-living adjustments, expanded eligibility for students, and a higher minimum benefit for low-income earners. To fund these expansions, the bill raises payroll taxes on earnings above $250,000 and increases taxes on investment gains. It also establishes a new "Social Security Trust Fund" to manage the program's finances.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed foreign military sale to Israel, specifically targeting the transfer of 10,000 M107 and M795 155mm High Explosive projectiles, along with related technical and logistical support. The resolution expresses congressional disapproval of this particular arms sale.

This joint resolution aims to block the proposed foreign military sale of certain defense articles and services to Israel. Specifically, it disapproves of selling 10,000 M107 and/or M795 155mm High Explosive projectiles, along with associated technical documents and support, as outlined in Transmittal No. 240U. The resolution expresses Congressional disapproval of this particular arms sale.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed sale of specific military defense articles and services to Israel. The resolution specifically disapproves the sale of thousands of bombs, fuses, and guidance kits. It also covers support equipment, spare parts, and engineering services related to these items. If passed, this resolution would prevent the United States from providing this military equipment to Israel.

This joint resolution aims to block the proposed foreign military sale of 10,000 units of 155mm artillery shell components to Israel. The resolution disapproves of Transmittal No. 24-16, which details the proposed sale and was submitted to Congress on February 10, 2025.

This joint resolution seeks to block a proposed license amendment that would have allowed the export of Boeing-made precision-guided bombs to Israel. Specifically, it disapproves of transferring 15,500 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) tail kits and 615 Small Diameter Bombs to the Israeli Ministry of Defense. The resolution effectively prevents the export of these additional weapons.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed sale of 3,000 AGM114 Hellfire missiles and related equipment and support to Israel. It covers a range of Hellfire missile variants and associated services, aiming to prevent the transfer of these defense articles.

This joint resolution seeks to block the proposed foreign military sale of specific defense articles and services to Israel. The resolution specifically disapproves the sale of thousands of bombs, guidance kits, and fuzes. If passed, this resolution would prevent the United States from providing this military equipment to Israel.

The "10 Percent Credit Card Interest Rate Cap Act" caps credit card interest rates at 10 percent, encompassing all finance charges, while restricting non-finance charge fees to prevent circumvention. Violators forfeit interest, and consumers can recover overpayments through lawsuits. States can enact stricter consumer protections, and the cap expires on January 1, 2031.