Legislative Activity

The Prescription Drug Price Relief Act of 2025 establishes a system for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to review brand-name drugs priced excessively high compared to international benchmarks or other factors. If a price is deemed excessive, the bill immediately cancels the manufacturer's government-granted monopolies, allowing generic and biosimilar competition to begin quickly. The Act also mandates comprehensive annual reporting from manufacturers on pricing, R&D, and marketing costs, which will be made public via a new database.

The Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act of 2025 significantly increases federal funding allocations for clean water, drinking water, and rural water infrastructure programs. It mandates comprehensive reporting on water affordability and discrimination issues while allowing states greater flexibility in using revolving funds, including purchasing private water systems. The Act also establishes new grant opportunities for lead line replacement and PFAS contamination cleanup, and institutes requirements for Project Labor Agreements on funded construction projects. Finally, it updates definitions to expand drinking water assistance eligibility for underserved border communities known as colonias.

The Medicare for All Act establishes a comprehensive, universal national health insurance program to cover all U.S. residents, eliminating most private insurance duplication and nearly all out-of-pocket costs for covered services. The bill mandates extensive benefits, including long-term care, and institutes a strict National Health Budget to control overall spending through global payments for facilities and negotiated drug prices. It also includes a transition period that immediately enhances current Medicare by eliminating deductibles and adding dental, vision, and hearing benefits.

This Senate resolution expresses strong disapproval of a reported plan by President Trump and Elon Musk to reduce the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) workforce by up to 83,000 employees. The resolution demands that the VA immediately cease any current reorganization or staff reduction plans. Ultimately, it calls for the cancellation of any proposed mass layoffs affecting veterans' care and benefits staff.

The Raise the Wage Act of 2025 systematically increases the federal minimum wage to \$17.00 per hour over five years, after which it will be indexed to median wage growth. This legislation also phases out the subminimum wage for tipped employees and workers with disabilities, requiring them to eventually earn the standard federal minimum wage. Furthermore, the bill repeals the special minimum wage for workers under 20 once their rate catches up to the standard minimum.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed export of defense articles to Israel. It specifically blocks the shipment of 20,000 Colt Carbine fully automatic rifles, valued at over \$1 million. The resolution targets items controlled under Category I of the United States Munitions List intended for the Israel National Police.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed defense export to Israel. It immediately prohibits the shipment of 2,300 fully automatic Colt M4 carbines and related components valued at $1 million or more. The blocked export was intended for the Israel National Police via M. R. D. Efram Investments Ltd.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and halt a specific proposed export of defense articles from the United States to Israel. The blocked shipment includes over 5,000 rifles and related components valued at a minimum of $1,000,000. These tightly controlled military items were intended for use by the Israel National Police.

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 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 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 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 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.

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.

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 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 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 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 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 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.