Legislative Activity

This concurrent resolution recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Accords, which ended the Bosnian War in 1995. It honors the historic negotiations held in Dayton, Ohio, and reaffirms U.S. support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and path toward Euro-Atlantic integration. The resolution also urges continued commitment to constitutional reform and democratic principles within the nation.

This resolution officially designates November 2025 as American Diabetes Month to raise public awareness about the significant health and economic impact of diabetes in the United States. It highlights the high prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes, noting disproportionate effects on minority populations and veterans. The resolution supports efforts to increase education, early detection, and access to care to reduce the incidence and improve management of the condition.

The Strategic Subsea Cables Act of 2025 aims to secure and strengthen the global undersea fiber-optic network critical to the internet. It directs the U.S. government to increase international coordination, impose sanctions for malicious cable damage, and enhance domestic expertise at the State Department. Ultimately, the bill seeks to improve the resilience of this vital infrastructure through diplomacy, threat monitoring, and better coordination between government and industry.

This bill proposes the repeal of two existing pieces of legislation concerning Syria: the Syria Accountability and Lebanese Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2003 and the Syria Human Rights Accountability Act of 2012. In essence, this legislation seeks to remove existing sanctions and accountability measures imposed upon Syria by these prior acts.

This Senate resolution expresses support for the European Union's efforts to rapidly diversify away from Russian energy sources following the invasion of Ukraine. It commends recent EU and U.S. sanctions targeting Russian energy revenues. The resolution also specifically calls on Hungary to adhere to the established timelines for ending its dependence on Russian fossil fuels.

The Heroes Business Opportunity Act of 2025 aims to support veteran entrepreneurs by waiving the Small Business Administration (SBA) guarantee fee for certain small business loans made to veterans or their spouses. This waiver applies to loans up to $1,000,000. The Act also clarifies the definition of who qualifies as a veteran or spouse of a veteran for the purpose of these loan benefits.

The Critical Minerals Partnership Act of 2025 establishes a national policy to build secure and resilient critical mineral supply chains through collaboration with allies and domestic development. The bill authorizes the President to negotiate international agreements to facilitate mining, processing, and recycling, while directing the State Department to lead U.S. participation in the Minerals Security Partnership. Ultimately, this legislation aims to reduce reliance on adversarial nations for these essential resources.

The Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of State to report annually on the links between Haitian criminal gangs, political elites, and economic elites. Based on these findings, the President must impose targeted sanctions, including property blocking and visa restrictions, against those identified as colluding with criminal organizations. This legislation aims to counter threats to U.S. national interests stemming from corruption and criminal activity in Haiti. The Act will automatically expire five years after enactment.

The STOP China and Russia Act of 2025 mandates sanctions against any Chinese person or entity knowingly providing material support to Russia's defense industrial base. This legislation requires the President to impose property blocking and visa restrictions on violators, including specific major Chinese arms manufacturers. Furthermore, the bill directs the State Department to develop a coordinated international strategy with allies to deter and undermine this ongoing support for Russia's war efforts.

The Ensuring Timely Access to Generics Act of 2025 aims to prevent brand-name manufacturers from using procedural tactics to delay the approval of generic drugs. This bill tightens FDA guidelines to identify and address citizen petitions filed primarily for the purpose of delay. Furthermore, it establishes a mandatory administrative process that litigants must complete before filing a lawsuit challenging a generic drug approval.

This resolution officially designates October 1, 2025, as "Energy Efficiency Day" to celebrate the significant economic and environmental benefits driven by energy efficiency efforts. It recognizes decades of bipartisan support, major legislative achievements, and the resulting savings for consumers and taxpayers. The resolution encourages all Americans to observe the day with appropriate activities recognizing the importance of energy efficiency.

This resolution officially designates the week of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National Community Policing Week." It recognizes the vital role of community policing in building trust between law enforcement and residents to enhance public safety. The bill encourages collaboration between citizens and police to find lasting solutions to crime and strengthen community relationships.

This resolution expresses support for designating November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" to combat isolation and suicide among service members and veterans. It encourages all Americans to reach out and connect with those who have served to strengthen vital support structures. The day aims to foster peer-to-peer connection as a critical step in addressing the mental health challenges faced by our military community.

The Protecting Public Naval Shipyards Act of 2025 aims to secure the jobs at vital public naval shipyards by prohibiting workforce reductions and hiring freezes. This legislation specifically protects essential roles, including welders, engineers, and nuclear maintenance staff, from budget-driven cuts. The Act ensures the stability of the shipyard workforce while preserving the Secretary of Defense's authority to address individual employee performance or misconduct.

This bill mandates that the United States Postal Service assign a single, unique ZIP Code to cover the entire town of Swanzey, New Hampshire. The Postal Service must complete this designation change within 180 days of the law's enactment.

The Safeguarding the Integrity of the Human Rights Reports Act of 2025 reaffirms the U.S. commitment to promoting human rights globally. This bill mandates that the State Department's annual Human Rights Reports remain comprehensive and free from political interference. It updates reporting requirements to specifically detail abuses against vulnerable groups, including forced medical procedures, restrictions on movement, and the impact of government corruption on rights. The goal is to ensure these essential reports maintain credibility for accountability and advocacy worldwide.

The Supporting Ukraine Act of 2025 provides comprehensive security, financial, and humanitarian aid to Ukraine while simultaneously leveraging frozen Russian assets to fund reconstruction efforts. It allocates over $30 billion in emergency appropriations for military assistance, replenishes U.S. defense stocks, and bolsters NATO allies. Furthermore, the bill establishes mechanisms to seize Russian assets, redirects seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine, and mandates U.S. military learning from the conflict.

This resolution condemns the Nicolás Maduro regime for its ongoing human rights abuses, political repression, and dismantling of democracy in Venezuela. It formally recognizes the resilience of the democratic opposition, particularly under the leadership of María Corina Machado and Edmundo González. Furthermore, the resolution urges the release of all political prisoners and calls on the U.S. administration to support a peaceful transition to democracy.

The Saving Lives and Taxpayer Dollars Act aims to ensure that valuable U.S. foreign assistance, such as food and medicine, reaches those in need rather than being destroyed. This legislation prohibits the voluntary destruction of usable aid commodities nearing expiration. Instead, it mandates that agencies must exhaust all options, including immediate donation or delivery, before disposal, while requiring annual reports detailing any wasted supplies.

The Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act establishes stricter transparency requirements and limitations on large-scale workforce reductions across key international agencies. It specifically overhauls the State Department's procedures for laying off Foreign Service employees, prioritizing performance and increasing required advance notice periods for all affected federal workers. Furthermore, the bill mandates extended review periods and increased congressional notification before the State Department can update its Foreign Affairs Manual.