Legislative Activity

The Strengthening America’s Turning Point Act officially renames the Saratoga National Historical Park to the Saratoga National Battlefield Park. This legislation ensures that all official records, laws, and documents reflect the new designation. Essentially, this bill enacts a straightforward name change for the historic site.

The Stamp Out Invasive Species Act mandates the creation and sale of a special "Combating Invasive Species Semipostal Stamp" by the U.S. Postal Service for a two-year period. Proceeds from the extra cost of this stamp will be equally divided between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture. This funding is specifically dedicated to supporting federal programs aimed at combating the significant ecological and economic damage caused by invasive species.

The Border Airport Fairness Act of 2025 authorizes the President to designate specific primary airports near the U.S. northern or southern land borders as official ports of entry. To qualify, these airports must be formally linked to a nearby land border crossing or seaport and meet established Customs and Border Protection standards. This designation immediately removes the requirement for the airport to charge the user fee found in the Trade and Tariff Act of 1984.

The TRACKS Act enhances federal funding transparency by updating the definition of a "subaward" to capture downstream funding flows. It establishes new, mandatory reporting requirements for any federal funds flowing to entities located in or designated as "foreign countries or entities of concern." This ensures the government has clear knowledge of where federal money is ultimately spent overseas, particularly in sensitive areas.

This Act, the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Enhancement Act, directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on expanding the existing National Heritage Area. The study will specifically assess the feasibility of including Saratoga and Washington Counties in New York. This process requires consultation with various state, local, and historical preservation entities.