Legislative Activity

The Family Grocery and Farmer Relief Act aims to increase competition in the meat industry by breaking up large, multi-category, and foreign-controlled meatpacking conglomerates. The legislation directs the Federal Trade Commission to enforce divestitures, limit market concentration, and prevent unfair pricing practices. Additionally, it establishes support programs to help farmers' cooperatives and small businesses acquire meatpacking assets, ultimately seeking to lower consumer prices and empower independent producers.

This bill authorizes the display of the Pride flag at all National Park System units. Additionally, it expresses the Senate's formal support for restoring and maintaining the Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument in New York.

This Act mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) audit of the U.S.-Venezuela energy deal announced in January 2026, which involves U.S. control over Venezuelan oil proceeds. The audit will review the activities of involved federal agencies regarding the marketing, sale, and disbursement of these funds. The Comptroller General must report findings and recommendations to Congress after completing the review.

Virginia's Law amends federal criminal statutes to create new civil remedies for victims of sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and related crimes. This allows victims to sue perpetrators for damages and attorney's fees in U.S. district courts. The law also eliminates the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits related to forced labor and certain severe forms of sex trafficking. Furthermore, it establishes a special one-year window for certain previously time-barred claims to be filed.

This resolution authorizes the Senate Majority Leader to initiate litigation against the President and Department of Justice officials for failing to comply with the bipartisan mandate of Public Law 11938 regarding the release of Epstein-related records. It specifically addresses the DOJ's insufficient document production, improper redactions, and failure to meet the statutory deadline. The measure directs the Senate to legally challenge these actions to ensure full compliance with the law.

The Lower Health Care Costs Act focuses on making health insurance more affordable by extending enhanced premium tax credits through 2028. This extension ensures continued financial assistance for Marketplace plans and maintains eligibility for higher-income households. The bill effectively prevents these crucial subsidies from expiring at the end of 2025.

This resolution strongly condemns white supremacy, hate, and antisemitism, specifically targeting the promotion of these dangerous ideologies by Nick Fuentes. It further condemns Tucker Carlson and Kevin Roberts for platforming and defending Fuentes's documented antisemitic and Holocaust-denying statements. The resolution affirms the nation's commitment to fighting antisemitism and urges all leaders to reject these hateful views.

The Management of Individuals’ Neural Data Act of 2025 (MIND Act) addresses growing concerns over the collection and use of sensitive brain data derived from neurotechnology. This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to conduct a comprehensive study and report on necessary federal governance, privacy protections, and regulatory frameworks for neural data. Ultimately, the Act aims to establish clear rules to prevent exploitation, manipulation, and discrimination while encouraging responsible innovation in brain-computer interfaces.

This resolution formally recognizes the unparalleled dedication of the late Lloyd Ashburn Williams to fostering economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem. It honors his decades of service, particularly as the long-time leader of The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of HARLEM WEEK. The document serves as a tribute to his profound impact on the community's growth and identity.

This resolution officially commemorates the 50th anniversary of hip hop culture by designating specific dates in 2025 for celebration. It recognizes August 11, 1973, as the birth of hip hop and acknowledges the genre's massive cultural and economic impact. The bill sets aside August 11, 2025, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day," August 2025 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month," and November 2025 as "Hip Hop History Month."

The Lowering Electric Bills Act extends crucial tax credits for residential clean energy installations until 2034. It also modifies the phase-out schedule for the Clean Electricity Production and Investment Credits, tying their continuation to achieving specific emissions reduction targets or the year 2032. These changes aim to provide long-term stability for clean energy investments.

The Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act primarily repeals previous health subtitle changes and permanently extends enhanced premium tax credits for marketplace health insurance. This extension removes the income cap for receiving enhanced credits and updates the calculation method for determining an individual's required premium contribution. The bill aims to simplify the tax code related to health insurance affordability.

This bill, the Charles B. Rangel Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to honor the late Congressman Charles B. Rangel for his distinguished military service and decades of legislative achievement. The medal will be struck by the Secretary of the Treasury and ultimately presented to his children. The Act also outlines procedures for creating and selling bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

This resolution condemns Russia's devastating use of advanced ballistic missiles against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure. It expresses strong support for immediately increasing U.S. military aid to Ukraine, specifically demanding the rapid transfer of sophisticated air defense systems like PATRIOTs. The bill urges the President to expedite these transfers to protect Ukrainian lives and sovereignty.

The Securing Enhanced Programs, Systems, and Initiatives for Sepsis Act (SEPSIS Act) aims to combat the high rates of death and cost associated with sepsis nationwide. This bill directs the CDC to enhance national sepsis programs, focusing on education, data collection, and the development of outcome measures for both adults and children. It also authorizes funding to support these critical efforts and allows for a voluntary program to recognize hospitals demonstrating excellence in sepsis management.

The Presidential Airlift Security Act of 2025 prohibits the Department of Defense from using funds in fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to procure, modify, or maintain foreign-owned aircraft for presidential airlift purposes. This measure restricts the use of the defense budget for acquiring or servicing used foreign planes considered for presidential transport during this period.

The Truth in Tariffs Act mandates that businesses clearly disclose to consumers the exact amount of a product's price attributed to specific, Presidentially-imposed tariffs enacted after January 20, 2025. This cost must be explicitly labeled as a "tariff surcharge" on the final price. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tasked with enforcing this requirement, treating violations as unfair or deceptive business practices. Small businesses, as defined by the Small Business Act, are exempt from this disclosure rule.

The Operational Security Act of 2025 establishes a new Office of Security Training and Counterintelligence within the Executive Office of the President. This office will be led by a Senate-confirmed Director and tasked with providing comprehensive security training and counterintelligence support to EOP personnel. The Act also creates a bipartisan Security Training and Counterintelligence Advisory Board to offer expert recommendations on protecting sensitive information and mitigating insider threats.

The Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act authorizes the U.S. Treasury to mint and sell a limited series of gold, silver, and clad coins to honor the life and legacy of baseball legend and humanitarian Roberto Clemente. These coins must feature designs celebrating both his athletic achievements and his activism, with final approval resting with the Secretary of the Treasury after consultation with the Clemente Foundation and family. All proceeds from the mandated surcharges on the coin sales will be directed to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support its charitable and educational programs. The issuance of these coins is strictly limited to the calendar year 2027.

The "Protecting Americans Privacy Act of 2025" aims to safeguard financial and tax information by restricting unauthorized access to the Treasury Department's payment systems and preventing the unlawful disclosure of tax returns. It prohibits specific individuals, including certain federal employees and contractors, from accessing these systems or disclosing tax information. Individuals harmed by violations can pursue legal action, with a minimum damage award of $250,000 for unauthorized access or disclosure. The act clarifies that it does not retroactively determine the legality of actions taken before its enactment.