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S. 1234
119th CongressApr 1st 2025
SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act" updates the resource limits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility to $10,000 for individuals and $20,000 for couples in 2025, with inflation adjustments thereafter.

Catherine Cortez Masto
D

Catherine Cortez Masto

Senator

NV

S. 1222
119th CongressApr 1st 2025
Financial Freedom Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Financial Freedom Act of 2025" modifies fiduciary duties for pension plan investments, allowing fiduciaries to offer a broad range of investment options without favoring or disfavoring specific types, and protects the use of self-directed brokerage windows.

Tommy Tuberville
R

Tommy Tuberville

Senator

AL

S. 1241
119th CongressApr 1st 2025
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025" mandates extensive sanctions on Russia, its affiliates, and those who support it, if Russia fails to pursue peace with Ukraine, continues aggression, or undermines Ukraine's government.

Lindsey Graham
R

Lindsey Graham

Senator

SC

S.RES. 148
119th CongressMar 27th 2025
A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Alan K. Simpson, former Senator for the State of Wyoming.
SENATE PASSED

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of former Wyoming Senator Alan K. Simpson, recognizing his distinguished career and contributions to public service.

John Barrasso
R

John Barrasso

Senator

WY

S.RES. 86
119th CongressMar 27th 2025
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States'"One China Policy".
AWAITING SENATE

Expresses the Senate's stance on UN Resolution 2758, affirming the U.S.'s "One China Policy," opposing China's pressure on Taiwan, and supporting Taiwan's international engagement.

James Risch
R

James Risch

Senator

ID

S. 1182
119th CongressMar 27th 2025
Stop Antisemitism on College Campuses Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Stop Antisemitism on College Campuses Act" prohibits colleges and universities from supporting events promoting antisemitism, as defined by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.

Tim Scott
R

Tim Scott

Senator

SC

S. 1162
119th CongressMar 27th 2025
SHORT Act
IN COMMITTEE

The SHORT Act seeks to eliminate the disparate treatment of short-barreled rifles and shotguns, preempt state laws, and destroy existing federal records related to these weapons.

Roger Marshall
R

Roger Marshall

Senator

KS

S.RES. 141
119th CongressMar 26th 2025
A resolution recognizing the 204th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States.
SENATE PASSED

Celebrates the 204th anniversary of Greek independence, reaffirming the democratic values and strategic partnership between the United States and Greece.

Cory Booker
D

Cory Booker

Senator

NJ

S. 1153
119th CongressMar 26th 2025
No Dollars for Dictators Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "No Dollars for Dictators Act" prevents the U.S. from supporting financial aid from the International Monetary Fund to countries that have committed genocide or support terrorism without Congressional approval.

John Kennedy
R

John Kennedy

Senator

LA

S. 1104
119th CongressMar 25th 2025
WATCH Act
IN COMMITTEE

The WATCH Act mandates quarterly inspections of foreign laboratories receiving federal funding for animal research to ensure compliance with animal welfare standards.

Eric Schmitt
R

Eric Schmitt

Senator

MO

S. 1072
119th CongressMar 14th 2025
Stop California from Advancing Regulatory Burden Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Stop CARB Act of 2025" prevents California from setting its own emission standards for nonroad vehicles and engines (like those in construction, agriculture, and locomotives) and stops other states from adopting California's vehicle emission standards.

Mike Lee
R

Mike Lee

Senator

UT

S. 1082
119th CongressMar 14th 2025
Safeguarding Medicaid Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Safeguarding Medicaid Act" mandates asset verification for all Medicaid applicants, requires states to track and report savings from asset verification programs, and allows for corrective action plans for non-compliant states.

John Barrasso
R

John Barrasso

Senator

WY

S. 1064
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
Fair and Open Competition Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Fair and Open Competition Act" promotes open competition and government neutrality in federal construction projects by preventing requirements for contractors to have agreements with labor organizations, with exemptions for emergencies or pre-existing contracts.

Todd Young
R

Todd Young

Senator

IN

S. 1027
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
Military Spouse Hiring Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "Military Spouse Hiring Act" amends the Internal Revenue Code to include employers who hire qualified military spouses for the work opportunity credit.

Timothy Kaine
D

Timothy Kaine

Senator

VA

S. 1059
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
One Agency Act
IN COMMITTEE

The "One Agency Act" consolidates federal antitrust enforcement by transferring the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust authority, actions, personnel, and funding to the Department of Justice.

Mike Lee
R

Mike Lee

Senator

UT

S. 1014
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
Maintaining Cooperative Permitting Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Maintaining Cooperative Permitting Act of 2025" prevents the EPA from withdrawing approval of state permit programs for discharging dredged or fill material unless Congress specifically authorizes it, ensuring states like Michigan, New Jersey, and Florida maintain their permitting authority.

Ashley Moody
R

Ashley Moody

Senator

FL

S. 1013
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
CAPE Canaveral Act
IN COMMITTEE

This bill mandates the relocation of NASA's headquarters to Brevard County, Florida, within one year.

Ashley Moody
R

Ashley Moody

Senator

FL

S. 1032
119th CongressMar 13th 2025
Major Richard Star Act
IN COMMITTEE

The Major Richard Star Act allows veterans with combat-related disabilities to receive both military retired pay and veteran's disability compensation without reduction.

Richard Blumenthal
D

Richard Blumenthal

Senator

CT

S. 97
119th CongressMar 12th 2025
Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act
AWAITING SENATE

The "Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act" aims to bolster the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by promoting foreign direct investment in domestic manufacturing and production through the Department of Commerce’s SelectUSA program and collaboration with state-level economic development organizations.

Gary Peters
D

Gary Peters

Senator

MI

S. 990
119th CongressMar 12th 2025
Freedom to Haul Act of 2025
IN COMMITTEE

The "Freedom to Haul Act of 2025" prevents the EPA from enforcing emission rules that limit the availability of new motor vehicles and mandates revisions to existing regulations to avoid technology mandates and engine-type restrictions.

Dan Sullivan
R

Dan Sullivan

Senator

AK