Legislative Activity

This joint resolution expresses support for designating September 12th annually as "The Day of the Bible" to honor the historical significance of the Bible in shaping American culture and values. The resolution specifically commemorates the anniversary of the 1782 Congressional approval for printing the first complete English Bible in the United States. If enacted, it would require the President to issue an annual proclamation encouraging citizens to observe the day.

This Act establishes a mandatory supply fee for Medicare drug plans to pay long-term care pharmacies for specific prescriptions dispensed in 2026 and 2027. The bill mandates a $30 fee per prescription in 2026, increasing in 2027, with penalties for non-payment. Additionally, the GAO is required to study the financial sustainability of the current payment structure for these essential pharmacies. This legislation aims to ensure continued access to medications for patients in long-term care settings.

The Taskforce for Recognizing and Averting Payment Scams Act (TRAPS Act) establishes a new Task Force led by the Secretary of the Treasury. This diverse group, including federal agencies, industry experts, and consumer advocates, will study evolving payment scams. The Task Force is charged with developing cross-sector prevention strategies and submitting comprehensive recommendations for new laws and improved coordination to combat these fraudulent activities.

The Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act aims to eliminate the practice of paying individuals with disabilities less than the minimum wage by phasing out special wage certificates over four years. It establishes federal and state grant programs to help employers and states transition to models of competitive integrated employment, where workers earn prevailing wages alongside non-disabled peers. The bill also funds technical assistance to guide businesses through this operational shift and mandates rigorous reporting to track employment outcomes.

The Rescissions Act of 2025 immediately cancels billions of dollars in previously appropriated budget authority across various federal programs. This bill specifically targets and rescinds unspent funds primarily related to international operations, global health initiatives, and foreign assistance accounts. The rescissions are enacted based on a proposal submitted by the President to Congress in June 2025.

This bill establishes a new State judicial threat intelligence and resource center to enhance the security of state and local judges and court staff. The center will provide training, monitor threats, standardize reporting, and create a national database for incidents against the judiciary. It also requires annual reporting to Congress on the number and severity of threats received.

The Improving Access to Small Business Information Act exempts actions taken by the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation from most requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act. This change allows the Advocate to operate more efficiently by streamlining the process for gathering necessary information. While most paperwork reviews are waived, certain procedural oversight responsibilities remain with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

The Middle Market IPO Cost Act mandates a comprehensive study, led by the Comptroller General in coordination with the SEC and FINRA, to analyze the direct and indirect costs associated with Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) for small and medium-sized companies. This analysis will compare IPO expenses against alternative financing methods and assess the impact of these costs on capital formation and retail investors. The final report, due within 360 days, must include findings and recommendations for legislative or administrative changes.

The Small Entity Update Act mandates that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) periodically study and update its definition of "small entity" for regulatory purposes. This process requires the SEC to report findings and recommendations to Congress to ensure the definition aligns with market growth and covers a meaningful number of businesses. Following these studies, the SEC must revise its rules and periodically adjust any associated dollar thresholds for inflation.

The Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act strictly prohibits the Federal Reserve from directly or indirectly issuing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) to individuals. This legislation prevents the Fed from developing, testing, or implementing any digital currency that functions as a direct liability of the Federal Reserve. Furthermore, Congress asserts that any authority to create such a digital asset must explicitly come from Congress itself.

This resolution formally condemns the violent attack on the U.S. Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas, on July 7, 2025. It expresses support for the injured agents and reaffirms Congress's strong backing for the dedicated men and women of the Border Patrol. The bill emphasizes that such violence against law enforcement is unacceptable and undermines national security efforts.

The "Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2025" ensures that hunters and anglers can continue to use lead ammunition and tackle on federal lands and waters managed by the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture. It restricts these departments from prohibiting or regulating lead in ammunition and tackle, unless the Secretary of Interior or Agriculture determines that lead ammunition is the primary cause of a wildlife population decline in a specific area. Any ban implemented must align with state laws or be approved by the state's fish and wildlife department.

The Black Vulture Relief Act authorizes livestock producers and their employees to take action against black vultures that pose an imminent threat to their livestock. This permission overrides certain existing regulations but strictly prohibits the use of poison. Those who take vultures under this authority must submit an annual report to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service once the required reporting form is made available.

The Defend Girls Athletics Act mandates that elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions must certify compliance with Executive Order 14201 regarding biological fairness in women's sports to receive federal funding. This certification must be renewed annually for K-12 districts and by July 1st for colleges and universities. Failure to comply or report results in the immediate requirement to return unobligated federal funds and ineligibility for future federal financial assistance until compliance is restored.

This bill mandates increased transparency and verification for all federal government spending by requiring agencies to report detailed payment information to the Treasury. It enhances program integrity by granting the Treasury access to new hire and tax data to prevent and recover improper payments. Agencies must also verify recipient bank accounts before disbursement, with exceptions allowed only for sensitive national security or law enforcement operations.

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act officially confirms the tribe's status under the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934, treating them as if they were under federal jurisdiction since that date. This legislation also validates and confirms all land previously taken into trust by the Secretary of the Interior for the benefit of the tribe. Essentially, the bill ensures parity and legal certainty regarding the tribe's historical relationship with the federal government concerning land and recognition.

The Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025 centralizes the approval authority for all U.S. natural gas export and import facilities, including LNG terminals, exclusively with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This legislation mandates that FERC must automatically deem such gas trade as being in the public interest during the review process. Furthermore, the Act explicitly preserves the President's existing authority to impose sanctions on gas imports or exports involving designated state sponsors of terrorism.

This bill seeks to immediately nullify the Department of Labor's recently published final rule updating the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts regulation. If enacted, the measure would ensure that the new wage rule, published on August 24, 2023, has no force or legal effect. Essentially, this legislation cancels the Department of Labor's latest changes to the prevailing wage requirements for federally funded construction projects.

The Protect RAIL Act amends immigration law to prevent non-citizens convicted of or admitting to crimes involving the theft or tampering of goods shipped across state or international lines from entering the United States. Furthermore, this bill makes non-citizens already in the U.S. deportable if they have committed such offenses related to interstate or foreign shipments.

The Fair Investment Opportunities for Professional Experts Act updates the definition of an "accredited investor" to expand access to certain investment opportunities. This bill lowers the net worth threshold to \$1 million while excluding a primary residence from the calculation, and it introduces new qualification paths based on specific income levels or professional financial licensing. The SEC is required to update its regulations to reflect these changes within 180 days of the Act's passage.